The TRUTH About Cops You've Never Heard: Back the Badge:C&J Show #17

Discover the untold story of how Back the Badge is transforming law enforcement support in our community. Join us as we sit down with Stacy Runion, president of Back the Badge YBA Setter, who reveals the powerful impact of supporting law enforcement families through crisis, trauma, and everyday challenges.

Learn how this grassroots organization grew from helping a handful of officers to becoming a vital support system for six different law enforcement agencies across two counties. Stacy shares intimate insights about being married to a law enforcement officer, managing trauma response, and building bridges between police and community during challenging times.

From organizing emergency support for injured officers to launching community-wide billboard campaigns, Back the Badge demonstrates how local support can make a real difference in law enforcement families' lives. This eye-opening conversation explores the human side of law enforcement and shows how community organizations are working to support those who protect and serve.

Whether you're in law enforcement, part of a law enforcement family, or simply want to understand how to better support our local heroes, this episode offers valuable insights into creating positive change in our community.

Want to support Back the Badge? Visit backthebadge.ys.org to learn more and donate. Email: backthebadge.ybsutter@gmail.com

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Introducing Stacey Runion
03:38 - How Back the Badge Started
08:38 - Response to Officer Gordon
17:30 - Addressing Negative Stigmas
20:10 - 2020 Anti-Cop Movement Impact
22:10 - Job Satisfaction and Management
24:40 - Understanding Hypervigilance in Law Enforcement
29:40 - Story Behind the First Back the Badge Billboard
34:25 - Importance of Shared Experiences
38:51 - You Are Not Alone: Support for Officers
42:14 - Carrie Kaufman’s Impact
43:12 - The Role of Therapy
45:56 - Supporting Back the Badge Initiative
47:20 - Follow Us for Updates